HO GP40-2, SP #7247

Detailed Information

NEW FEATURES:

All-new LED lighting

Rubber MU hoses for durability

The effort continues to enhance Athearn Genesis models per customer requests and feedback. There has been a lot of activity behind the scenes; we’re excited to include new features often requested, to the GP40-2 and upcoming Genesis models.

DRGW FEATURES:

Chickenwire grills

Front & rear drop steps

Lifting slots on pilots

Blomberg-B trucks with appropriate bearing caps

Nathan M3 horn

Sinclair antenna

81” nose with operating MARS light

ACI plates

#3113:

Early exhaust silencer

CSX FEATURES:

Former Conrail units

Corrugated radiator grills

Front blunt anticlimber

LED front & rear ditch lights; will flash when horn is activated depending on direction of travel (DCC+sound version)

Program a multiple unit (MU) lashup with lead unit only horn, bell, and lights

Many functions can be altered via Configuration Value (CV) changes

CV chart included in the box

PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

By the early 1970s, many first generation diesels were reaching the end of their service lives. The most common replacement locomotives became the GP40-2. EMD began production of the 16-cylinder, turbocharged, 3000 horsepower engine in 1972. These locomotive were developed for service where higher horsepower and faster service were preferable. A major feature for the GP40-2 was the introduction of the “dash 2” modular electrical cabinet. For more than 40 years, the GP40-2 has worked main line freights, locals, switching jobs, yard service, and helper service. Many remain in service today.